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April 24, 2024

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More Byron CBD height exceedance approved

Two multi-storey mixed-use developments with a combined value of $36.2 million have been approved for the centre of Byron Bay, despite both exceeding height limits for that part of the Shire.

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Heart and Song Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra with soprano, Gaynor Morgan

Join us for an enchanting afternoon as Byron Music Society proudly presents ‘Heart and Song.’ Prepare to be immersed in a program meticulously crafted by the Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra, showcasing a world premiere composition. Well-known soprano, Gaynor Morgan, will be premiering a setting of poems by Seamus Heaney and Robert Graves, skilfully arranged for soprano, harp, cello and string orchestra by prominent Northern Rivers musician Nicholas Routley.

Save Wallum now

The Save Wallum campaign has been ongoing and a strong presence of concerned conservationists are on site at Brunswick...

Cape Byron Distillery release world-first macadamia cask whisky

S Haslam The parents of Cape Byron Distillery CEO Eddie Brook established the original macadamia farm that you can see...

D-day for Bruns pod village pesticide treatment

After two delays, the NSW Reconstruction Authority (RA) will be treating Bruns emergency pods with a pesticide treatment, despite some strong opposition from flood-affected residents.

Byron’s Sydney-centric policies

Very interesting comments slipped out of the mouth of Premier Chris Minns during the recent Sydney/regional floods: ‘There shall...

Having fun in the Playground

Playground is a well-established event that will go off at Coorabell Hall on Saturday. For over two years, three long-term local DJ’s – Pob, Curly Si and Halo – have been curating this rhythmic happening. Their pedigree is assured and they guarantee the best underground electronic music and a loyal crew that bring a big-hearted vibe. On Saturday they’ll be bringing the dance to the hills.

Tursa Employment & Training

Some of the helpful staff at Tursa Training & Employment Mullumbimby
Some of the helpful staff at Tursa Employment & Training Mullumbimby

Tursa Employment & Training currently operates in the area from Nambucca Heads (Coffs Harbour) to Oxenford (Southport) providing employment and training services from 25 conveniently located offices that are open 5 days a week from 8.30am – 5pm to assist job seekers and business.

TURSA is a not-for-profit, regional organisation committed to its region and the community.

TURSA provides assistance to help businesses employ workers and to help job seekers get jobs. Assistance which is available includes Job Services Australia, Disability Employment Services at Mullumbimby, Brunswick Heads, Byron Bay & Ballina offices, OHS training, wage subsidies, training, appropriate work clothing, and fares assistance. TURSA is prepared to consider any reasonable request that helps business and workers.

TURSA’s Area Manager in Ballina, Leisa Hawkey said, ‘Tursa Employment & Training is now able with the current Job Services Australia & Disability Employment Services contracts, to provide opportunities for better and more targeted services to clients and the business community.’

At TURSA they are all about ‘Connecting Abilities’


Tursa Employment & Training
Ph: 1800 670 914
Offices in Brunswick Heads, Mullumbimby & Byron Bay
Website: www.tursa.com.au


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eSafety commissioner granted legal injunction as X refuses to hide violent content

Australia’s Federal Court has granted the eSafety Commissioner a two-day legal injunction to compel X, Elon Musk’s social media platform, to hide posts showing graphic content of the Wakeley church stabbing in Sydney.

Anzac Day events in the Northern Rivers

Around Australia people will come together this Thursday to pay their respects and remember those who have served, and continue to serve, the nation during times of conflict. Listed are details for Tweed, Ballina, Lismore, Byron, Kyogle, and Richmond Valley Council areas.

Cr McCarthy versus the macaranga

This morning Ballina Shire Council will hear a motion from Cr Steve McCarthy to remove the native macaranga tree from the list of approved species for planting by Ballina Council and local community groups.

2022 flood data quietly made public  

The long-awaited state government analysis of the 2022 flood in the shire’s north is now available on the SES website.